1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 33 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 976 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.
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, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada, 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada 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. 1990 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1990 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electron | Verada |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2730 mm |
