1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 49 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 476 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (326 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | Electron | Mustang |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |