1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 27 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 323 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, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen C 15 | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
Model | C 15 | Electron |
Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 66.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |