1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1998 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 38 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 440 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, 1998 Fiat Duna, 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1998 Fiat Duna | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
Model | Electron | Duna |
Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2370 mm |