1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 814 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 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Electron | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3540 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
