1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1943 Jeep MB
To start off, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1943 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1943 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1943 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Jeep MB weights approximately 538 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 1943 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Jeep MB 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, 1943 Jeep MB (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1943 Jeep MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1943 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Jeep |
| Model | Electron | MB |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2040 mm |
