1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 44 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 1124 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, 2004 Toyota Camry, 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Electron | Camry |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
