1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 563 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, 2012 Daewoo Kalos, 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 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Daewoo |
| Model | Electron | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| 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 | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
