1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1967 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1967 Ford Fairlane is newer by 7 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 3,930 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Fairlane (122 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 820 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 | 1967 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
| Model | Electron | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 68 L |
