1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1566 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Kia |
Model | Electron | Sorento |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 96 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 | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |