1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (67 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 370 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, 1981 Renault 9 (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
Model | Electron | 9 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 77 mm |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |