1960 Fairthorpe Electrina vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 1200 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 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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 A4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. (69 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina. 2009 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina has manual transmission. 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electrina | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Audi |
| Model | Electrina | A4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 450 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2820 mm |
