1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2006 Peugeot Partner

To start off, 2006 Peugeot Partner 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot Partner (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot Partner should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 850 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 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot Partner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot Partner (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot Partner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Fairthorpe Electron 2006 Peugeot Partner
Make Fairthorpe Peugeot
Model Electron Partner
Year Released 1960 2006
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 89 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 66 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 63 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 76 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 18.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 490 kg 1340 kg
Vehicle Length 3360 mm 4150 mm
Vehicle Width 1480 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 60 L