1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 738 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect, 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | Electron | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2670 mm |