1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 920 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, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 2005 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1960 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
Model | Electron | Accord |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 218 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |