1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1981 Renault Rodeo
To start off, 1981 Renault Rodeo 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault Rodeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1981 Renault Rodeo. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault Rodeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault Rodeo weights approximately 230 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
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, 1981 Renault Rodeo, 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, 1981 Renault Rodeo (75 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault Rodeo 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 Rodeo | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
| Model | Electron | Rodeo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
