1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1971 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1971 Nissan Cherry is newer by 11 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Cherry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Cherry (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Cherry should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Cherry weights approximately 194 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Cherry (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Cherry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1971 Nissan Cherry | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
Model | Electron | Cherry |
Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2340 mm |