1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 50 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 730 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, 2007 Ford Focus, 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, 2007 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | Electron | Focus |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |