1977 Dodge Aspen vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1977 Dodge Aspen 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 943 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, 1977 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1977 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Dodge Aspen | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | Dodge | Fairthorpe |
Model | Aspen | Electron |
Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2090 mm |