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Fairthorpe Electron Minor
General information | |
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| Model | Fairthorpe Electron Minor |
| Year | 1960 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 52.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 948 ccm (57.85 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 2 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 4-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 948 ccm (57.85 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | Inline, 4 cylinder |
| Max power | 43.10 PS (32 kW or 43 HP) at 4500 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 66.00 Nm (6.7 kgf-m or 48.7 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 8.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 630.1 x 76.0 mm (24.8 x 3.0 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 4-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.0880 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Cabriolet |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 8 m (322.8 inches) |
| Front brakes | Drums |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 490 kg (1,080.3 pounds) |
| Overall length | 3360 mm (132.3 inches) |
| Overall width | 1480 mm (58.3 inches) |
| Overall height | 1180 mm (46.5 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 180 mm (7.1 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2060 mm (81.1 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 45.0 litres (11.89 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | UK |
