1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Ford E-250
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 is newer by 45 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1814 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2005 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | Electron | E-250 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 388 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2304 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 132 L |