1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1949 Toyota SA
To start off, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Toyota SA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Toyota SA 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 56 more horse power than 1949 Toyota SA. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1949 Toyota SA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Toyota SA weights approximately 628 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1949 Toyota SA | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Electron | SA |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |
