1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 953 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 Toyota Avensis, 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 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Electron | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
