1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1142 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Electron | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 79 L |
