1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 41 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. (73 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 618 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electron | Golf |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2520 mm |
