1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2013 Kia SOUL
To start off, 2013 Kia SOUL 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 Kia SOUL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia SOUL (162 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia SOUL should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia SOUL weights approximately 738 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, 2013 Kia SOUL, 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, 2013 Kia SOUL (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia SOUL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2013 Kia SOUL | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Kia |
Model | Electron | SOUL |
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 | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1785 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |