1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 330 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.
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 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Smart |
Model | Electron | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 67 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 33 L |