1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 12 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen Dyane weights approximately 140 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Because 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina 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 Electrina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Dyane, 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 Electrina (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Dyane | 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | |
Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
Model | Dyane | Electrina |
Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2090 mm |