1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1963 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 1963 Opel Kapitan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 2,605 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Opel Kapitan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 254 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1963 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Opel |
| Model | Electron | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2810 mm |
