1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2003 Kia Towner
To start off, 2003 Kia Towner is newer by 43 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Towner weights approximately 680 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2003 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Kia |
| Model | Electron | Towner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
