1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1959 Lotus Seven
To start off, 1959 Lotus Seven is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Electron 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 47 more horse power than 1959 Lotus Seven. (36 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1959 Lotus Seven. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron weights approximately 102 kg more than 1959 Lotus Seven. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 | 1959 Lotus Seven | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lotus |
| Model | Electron | Seven |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2240 mm |
