1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 25 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 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 450 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 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
| Model | Electron | 205 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 110 L |
