1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 934 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 Honda Stream, 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 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2012 Honda Stream 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. 2012 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2012 Honda Stream | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
Model | Electron | Stream |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |