1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2007 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Octavia 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Skoda Octavia (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 948 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 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2007 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Skoda |
Model | Electron | Octavia |
Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |