1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1997 Seat Arosa
To start off, 1997 Seat Arosa is newer by 37 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Arosa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Arosa (58 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Arosa should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Arosa weights approximately 405 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, 1997 Seat Arosa, 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, 1997 Seat Arosa (117 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 1997 Seat Arosa has automatic transmission and 1960 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Seat Arosa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1997 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Seat |
| Model | Electron | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
