1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2006 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2006 Seat Cordoba 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 616 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
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 Seat Cordoba, 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 Seat Cordoba (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2006 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Seat |
| Model | Electron | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
