2002 Caterham Superlight R vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2002 Caterham Superlight R is newer by 42 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Caterham Superlight R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (190 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Caterham Superlight R should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
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, 2002 Caterham Superlight R (203 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Caterham Superlight R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Caterham Superlight R | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | Caterham | Fairthorpe |
Model | Superlight R | Electron |
Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2060 mm |