1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1998 Kia Clarus
To start off, 1998 Kia Clarus 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Clarus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Clarus (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Clarus should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Clarus weights approximately 734 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 Kia Clarus, 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 Kia Clarus (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Clarus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1998 Kia Clarus | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Kia |
| Model | Electron | Clarus |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2670 mm |
