1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1983 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1983 Honda Ballade is newer by 23 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 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Ballade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Honda Ballade (67 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Honda Ballade should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Ballade weights approximately 295 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.
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, 1983 Honda Ballade, 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, 1983 Honda Ballade (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Honda Ballade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1983 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
| Model | Electron | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1335 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2330 mm |
