1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 788 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris, 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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Electron | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |
