1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1966 Ginetta G11
To start off, 1966 Ginetta G11 is newer by 6 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 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ginetta G11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ginetta G11 (94 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ginetta G11 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ginetta G11 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1966 Ginetta G11 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ginetta |
| Model | Electron | G11 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2290 mm |
