1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2011 Tata Nano
To start off, 2011 Tata Nano 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2011 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Nano weights approximately 110 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
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, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2011 Tata Nano | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Tata |
Model | Electron | Nano |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |