1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1999 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1999 Fiat Palio is newer by 42 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Palio weights approximately 608 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, 1999 Fiat Palio, 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, 1999 Fiat Palio (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1999 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
Model | Electron | Palio |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |