1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 205 is newer by 34 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 3,278 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1991 Peugeot 205. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1991 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 592 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, 1991 Peugeot 205, 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, 1991 Peugeot 205 (212 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm). This means 1991 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
| Model | Electron | 205 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2450 mm |
