1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1980 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1980 Steyr G-series 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Steyr G-series (71 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Steyr G-series weights approximately 1230 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, 1980 Steyr G-series (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1980 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Steyr |
| Model | Electron | G-series |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
