1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (199 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 1180 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 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electron | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
