1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1967 Peugeot 404 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 568 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 | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
| Model | Electron | 404 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
