1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2012 Citroen C5
To start off, 2012 Citroen C5 is newer by 52 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C5 weights approximately 1095 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, 2012 Citroen C5, 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, 2012 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2012 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Citroen |
| Model | Electron | C5 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 71 L |
