1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1970 Mini Clubman
To start off, 1970 Mini Clubman is newer by 10 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mini Clubman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1970 Mini Clubman. (38 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1970 Mini Clubman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mini Clubman weights approximately 190 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mini Clubman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mini Clubman (72 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mini Clubman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1970 Mini Clubman | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mini |
| Model | Electron | Clubman |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |
