1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 46 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), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 1500 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 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fairthorpe Electron 2006 Honda Accord
Make Fairthorpe Honda
Model Electron Accord
Year Released 1960 2006
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 166 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 490 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 3360 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 65 L


 

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