1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 1188 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 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2000 Toyota Soarer 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 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
Model | Electron | Soarer |
Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2630 mm |