2001 Audi Allroad vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2001 Audi Allroad is newer by 41 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi Allroad (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi Allroad weights approximately 1300 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 2001 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, 2001 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, 2001 Audi Allroad (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi Allroad | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Audi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Allroad | Electron |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 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 | 1790 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
