1980 Chrysler 160 vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina

To start off, 1980 Chrysler 160 is newer by 20 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 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Chrysler 160 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 636 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, 1980 Chrysler 160 (132 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1980 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Chrysler 160 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina
Make Chrysler Fairthorpe
Model 160 Electrina
Year Released 1980 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1639 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 69 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1086 kg 450 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2090 mm


 

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