1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 1961 Triumph TR4 is newer by 4 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 2,136 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Triumph TR4 (100 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Triumph TR4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Triumph |
Model | Electron | TR4 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2136 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
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 | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |