1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1995 Volvo 850
To start off, 1995 Volvo 850 is newer by 38 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 2,317 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 Volvo 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volvo 850 (251 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volvo 850 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volvo 850 weights approximately 1003 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, 1995 Volvo 850, 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, 1995 Volvo 850 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1995 Volvo 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1995 Volvo 850 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Volvo |
Model | Electron | 850 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2317 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 90 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |