1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1991 Lada Samara
To start off, 1991 Lada Samara is newer by 31 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lada Samara (64 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lada Samara weights approximately 434 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, 1991 Lada Samara, 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, 1991 Lada Samara (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1991 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lada |
| Model | Electron | Samara |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |
