1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 20 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 1,565 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault Fuego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (132 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault Fuego weights approximately 560 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, 1980 Renault Fuego, 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (200 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
Model | Electron | Fuego |
Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 56 L |