1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1967 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1967 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 10 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 428 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.
Because 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Lancia Fulvia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Lancia Fulvia (120 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1967 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1967 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lancia |
| Model | Electron | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
