1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 16 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 398 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electron | Galant |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2430 mm |
