1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, 1999 Renault Megane 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Renault Megane. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Megane weights approximately 708 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 Renault Megane, 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 Renault Megane (127 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1999 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
| Model | Electron | Megane |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2590 mm |
