1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Altima weights approximately 908 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 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
Model | Electron | Altima |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |