1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1986 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1986 Talbot Samba 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1986 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Talbot Samba weights approximately 198 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Talbot Samba. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1986 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Talbot |
| Model | Electron | Samba |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 62 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2350 mm |
