1975 Chrysler Charger vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Charger is newer by 18 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 3,521 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Charger (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 788 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1975 Chrysler Charger (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Chrysler Charger | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | Chrysler | Fairthorpe |
Model | Charger | Electron |
Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3521 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2090 mm |