1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 705 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 Volkswagen Bora, 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 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electron | Bora |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| 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 | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
