1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 21 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 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 955 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, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fairthorpe Electron 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Fairthorpe Chevrolet
Model Electron Camaro
Year Released 1960 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 4375 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 42 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 291 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 490 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 3360 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2760 mm