1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 833 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 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
| Model | Electron | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
