1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1969 Opel GT
To start off, 1969 Opel GT 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 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel GT 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. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1969 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1969 Opel GT | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Opel |
| Model | Electron | GT |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 53 L |
