1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2010 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mini Cooper weights approximately 703 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, 2010 Mini Cooper, 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 Mini Cooper (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2010 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mini |
| Model | Electron | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
