1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1969 Lotus Europa is newer by 12 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 1,470 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Lotus Europa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lotus Europa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Lotus Europa (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 Lotus Europa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lotus |
| Model | Electron | Europa |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
