1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2002 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 206 is newer by 45 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 206. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 478 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, 2002 Peugeot 206, 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, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 206. (95 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2002 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
| Model | Electron | 206 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
