1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 53 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 1040 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.
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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Cadillac |
Model | Electron | ATS |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4643 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |