1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina
To start off, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Mangusta | Electrina |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2090 mm |
