2001 Dodge Ram vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2001 Dodge Ram 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Ram (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1580 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Dodge | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Ram | Electron |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2060 mm |
