1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1994 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 37 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1018 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 1994 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1994 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Jeep |
| Model | Electron | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2580 mm |
