1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1034 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2003 Ford Mustang 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. 2003 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
| Model | Electron | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 59 L |
