1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2009 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lotus Exige weights approximately 374 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2009 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Lotus |
Model | Electron | Exige |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 916 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |