1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1946 Simca 8
To start off, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1946 Simca 8. (33 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1946 Simca 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Simca 8 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1946 Simca 8 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Simca |
Model | Electron | 8 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2430 mm |