1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1997 Opel Astra
To start off, 1997 Opel Astra 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Opel Astra. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Astra weights approximately 738 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 Opel Astra, 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 Opel Astra (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1997 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Opel |
| Model | Electron | Astra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 52 L |
