1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 46 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 1,240 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 318 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, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
| Model | Electron | Punto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 47 L |
