2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 49 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dacia Logan (74 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 715 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, 2009 Dacia Logan, 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, 2009 Dacia Logan (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Logan | 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | |
| Make | Dacia | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Logan | Electrina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 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 | 1165 kg | 450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2090 mm |
