1963 Citroen 2CV vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1963 Citroen 2CV is newer by 3 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 24 more horse power than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (18 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 70 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
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, 1963 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron (66 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm). This means 1960 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen 2CV | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 2CV | Electron |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 45 L |
