1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 840 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 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1960 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2009 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
Model | Electron | Tundra |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |