1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1981 Zastava 2101
To start off, 1981 Zastava 2101 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 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Zastava 2101 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Zastava 2101 (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Zastava 2101 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Zastava 2101 weights approximately 470 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 Zastava 2101 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Zastava 2101 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1981 Zastava 2101 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Zastava |
Model | Electron | 2101 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2430 mm |