1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
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 Toyota RunX, 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 Toyota RunX (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RunX 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 RunX | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
Model | Electron | RunX |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |