1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1975 Fiat 131
To start off, 1975 Fiat 131 is newer by 15 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat 131 (53 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 131 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 131 weights approximately 475 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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Fiat 131 (94 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1975 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
Model | Electron | 131 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2500 mm |