1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (238 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1758 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Electron | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3010 mm |
