1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1997 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1997 Fiat Scudo is newer by 40 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 493 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, 1997 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1997 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1997 Fiat Scudo | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
Model | Electron | Scudo |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 71.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |