1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2002 Opel Vectra is newer by 42 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Vectra weights approximately 990 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, 2002 Opel Vectra, 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, 2002 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Opel |
Model | Electron | Vectra |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |