1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 19 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 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1573 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Electron | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7444 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 108 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 91 L |
