1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2008 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 1120 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 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot 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 Jeep Patriot (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2008 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Jeep |
Model | Electron | Patriot |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 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 | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |