1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Today weights approximately 168 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
| Model | Electron | Today |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
