1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 49 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 1038 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, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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, 2006 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
Model | Electron | 407 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 81.4 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |