1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1988 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1988 Fiat Panda is newer by 31 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) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Panda. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Panda weights approximately 138 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, 1988 Fiat Panda, 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, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1988 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
| Model | Electron | Panda |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 58 mm |
| 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 | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
