1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 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 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 533 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, 1996 Proton 400, 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 Proton 400 (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Proton |
| Model | Electron | 400 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2510 mm |
