1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2001 Seat Tango is newer by 44 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Tango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 768 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, 2001 Seat Tango, 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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2001 Seat Tango | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Seat |
Model | Electron | Tango |
Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |