1977 Chrysler Avenger vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Avenger is newer by 20 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 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Avenger weights approximately 358 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
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, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Avenger. (96 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Avenger | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Avenger | Electron |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2090 mm |
