1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2007 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Polo (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 679 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2007 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electron | Polo |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
