1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 859 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 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan 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 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electron | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
