1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2005 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Peugeot 107 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 107 (53 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 107 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107, 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, 2005 Peugeot 107 (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2005 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
| Model | Electron | 107 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1470 mm |
