1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 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 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
Model | Electron | SP2 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2410 mm |