1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 51 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 960 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2011 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mitsubishi |
Model | Electron | Colt |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1695 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |