1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1135 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 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Jeep |
| Model | Electron | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 101 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
