1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner

To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1365 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 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fairthorpe Electron 2005 Toyota 4Runner
Make Fairthorpe Toyota
Model Electron 4Runner
Year Released 1960 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 948 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 42 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 382 Nm
Engine Bore Size 63 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.0:1
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 490 kg 1855 kg
Vehicle Length 3360 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 87 L


 

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