1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 948 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
Model | Corvette | Electron |
Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |