1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1282 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Hyundai |
| Model | Electron | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
