1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2001 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2001 Toyota Yaris 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Yaris (66 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 340 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, 2001 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2001 Toyota Yaris (94 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2001 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
Model | Electron | Yaris |
Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |