2009 Audi TT vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 49 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 880 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.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Audi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | TT | Electron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
