1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 720 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Electron | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 87 L |
