1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2006 Isuzu KB
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB 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 2,499 cc, 2006 Isuzu KB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu KB (78 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Isuzu KB (170 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu KB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2006 Isuzu KB | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Isuzu |
Model | Electron | KB |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2499 cc |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |