1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 48 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 666 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2005 Ford Expedition 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. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
| Model | Electron | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 106 L |
