1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2003 Volvo V50 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 2,524 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V50 weights approximately 883 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, 2003 Volvo V50, 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Volvo |
Model | Electron | V50 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2524 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |