1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 820 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
Model | Electron | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |