1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 1193 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 Mitsubishi Carisma, 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 Mitsubishi Carisma (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electron | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
