1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 39 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Celica weights approximately 650 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, 1999 Toyota Celica, 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, 1999 Toyota Celica (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Electron | Celica |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
