1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 1206 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 2010 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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, 2010 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2010 Volkswagen CC has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
| Model | Electron | CC |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
