1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2003 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2003 Mahindra CL 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 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mahindra CL (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra CL should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra CL weights approximately 812 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 2003 Mahindra CL 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, 2003 Mahindra CL 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, 2003 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2003 Mahindra CL | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mahindra |
Model | Electron | CL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2040 mm |