1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 24 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 2,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 1390 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 1984 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1984 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Electron | G |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
