1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1765 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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
Model | Electron | Passat |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
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 | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |