1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1996 Opel Astra
To start off, 1996 Opel Astra 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Astra (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Astra weights approximately 660 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, 1996 Opel Astra, 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, 1996 Opel Astra (128 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1996 Opel Astra | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Opel |
Model | Electron | Astra |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 69.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2620 mm |