1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1963 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1963 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 6 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 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Plymouth Valiant (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster 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 | 1963 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Plymouth |
| Model | Electron | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2700 mm |
