2003 Daihatsu Move vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Move is newer by 43 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 987 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 365 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, 2003 Daihatsu Move, 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, 2003 Daihatsu Move (89 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Move | 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Move | Electrina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3320 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2090 mm |
