1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 50 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 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Maverick (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 1025 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 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | Electron | Maverick |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 88 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 | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |