1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2004 MCC Smart
To start off, 2004 MCC Smart is newer by 47 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 MCC Smart. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 MCC Smart weights approximately 278 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
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, 2004 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2004 MCC Smart | |
Make | Fairthorpe | MCC |
Model | Electron | Smart |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2370 mm |