2000 Audi Allroad vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron

To start off, 2000 Audi Allroad is newer by 40 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi Allroad (237 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1305 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.

Because 2000 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi Allroad will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Audi Allroad (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Audi Allroad 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
Make Audi Fairthorpe
Model Allroad Electron
Year Released 2000 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2671 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 237 HP 42 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 63 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 8.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 490 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 3360 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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