1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1984 Subaru Coupe is newer by 27 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 373 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, 1984 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1984 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 1984 Subaru Coupe 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. 1984 Subaru Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Subaru |
Model | Electron | Coupe |
Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2470 mm |