1986 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 26 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 360 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, 1986 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Daihatsu Charmant | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fairthorpe |
Model | Charmant | Electron |
Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |