2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 44 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1991 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Express | Electron |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 45 L |
