1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1996 Honda Civic
To start off, 1996 Honda Civic is newer by 39 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Civic weights approximately 418 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, 1996 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Honda Civic (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1996 Honda Civic | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
Model | Electron | Civic |
Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
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 | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2630 mm |