1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1986 Pontiac Fiero
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Fiero is newer by 29 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 2,827 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Fiero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Fiero should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Fiero weights approximately 670 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Pontiac Fiero (220 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm). This means 1986 Pontiac Fiero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1986 Pontiac Fiero | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Pontiac |
| Model | Electron | Fiero |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2827 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2380 mm |
