1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2010 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i20 is newer by 53 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i20 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
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, 2010 Hyundai i20, 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, 2010 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2010 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Hyundai |
Model | Electron | i20 |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 79 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2525 mm |