1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2000 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Primera is newer by 40 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Primera (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Primera weights approximately 860 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, 2000 Nissan Primera, 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, 2000 Nissan Primera (177 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2000 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
Model | Electron | Primera |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |