1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 51 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1633 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Land Rover |
| Model | Electron | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 93 L |
