1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 48 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1200 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 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (212 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Hyundai |
Model | Electron | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2351 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
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 | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |