1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2001 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1270 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2001 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | Electron | Ranger |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |