1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 52 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1027 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (193 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
Model | Electron | CR-V |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 96.9 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 190 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 | 1569 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |