1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2000 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 43 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 888 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2000 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2000 Jeep Cherokee 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. 2000 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2000 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Jeep |
| Model | Electron | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2580 mm |
