1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 47 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1212 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 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Hyundai |
Model | Electron | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |