1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 36 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1364 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 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Jeep |
Model | Electron | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1710 mm |