1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 54 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai ix35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 995 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35, 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Hyundai |
| Model | Electron | ix35 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2640 mm |
