1981 Citroen LN vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 24 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen LN weights approximately 168 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
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, 1981 Citroen LN, 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, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | LN | Electron |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
