1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1983 Fiat Uno is newer by 26 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 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 208 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
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, 1983 Fiat Uno, 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, 1983 Fiat Uno (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
| Model | Electron | Uno |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 56 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 38 L |
