1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1964 Seat 1500
To start off, 1964 Seat 1500 is newer by 7 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Seat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Seat 1500. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1964 Seat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Seat 1500 weights approximately 618 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 | 1964 Seat 1500 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Seat |
| Model | Electron | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2660 mm |
