1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 19 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (88 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 535 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, 1979 Lancia Delta, 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (123 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Lancia |
Model | Electron | Delta |
Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |