1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster weights approximately 653 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 Mini Cooper Roadster, 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 Mini Cooper Roadster (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2012 Mini Cooper Roadster | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mini |
Model | Electron | Cooper Roadster |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |