2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 41 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 630 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.
Because 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen Xsara (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Xsara | Electrina |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2090 mm |
