1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2011 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Peugeot 3008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 2011 Peugeot 3008 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 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, 2011 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 2011 Peugeot 3008 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. 2011 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2011 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
Model | Electron | 3008 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2613 mm |