1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1985 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1985 Hyundai Pony is newer by 28 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), 1985 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Hyundai Pony. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1985 Hyundai Pony. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 348 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, 1985 Hyundai Pony, 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, 1985 Hyundai Pony (114 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1985 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1985 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Hyundai |
Model | Electron | Pony |
Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
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 | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 76.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2390 mm |