1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1971 Subaru Leone 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 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Subaru Leone weights approximately 270 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.
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, 1971 Subaru Leone, 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, 1971 Subaru Leone (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Subaru |
Model | Electron | Leone |
Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2450 mm |