2004 Dodge Caravan vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina
To start off, 2004 Dodge Caravan is newer by 44 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Caravan (180 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 1257 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, 2004 Dodge Caravan, 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, 2004 Dodge Caravan (285 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Caravan | 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | |
| Make | Dodge | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Caravan | Electrina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2090 mm |
