1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, 2001 Audi S3 is newer by 41 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Audi S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi S3 weights approximately 1040 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 2001 Audi S3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi S3 (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi S3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2001 Audi S3 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Audi |
Model | Electron | S3 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |