1973 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 13 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 515 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, 1973 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 1973 Chevrolet Vega 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. 1973 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Vega | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Vega | Electron |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
