2007 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 47 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 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Spark (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 345 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, 2007 Chevrolet Spark, 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, both vehicles can yield 69 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Spark | 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Spark | Electrina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 793 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2090 mm |
