1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 55 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 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dacia Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 523 kg more 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, 2012 Dacia Logan, 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Dacia |
Model | Electron | Logan |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 158 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 | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |