1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (47 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 480 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 Volkswagen Lupo, 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 Volkswagen Lupo (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electron | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 34 L |
