1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1986 Citroen Visa is newer by 29 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), 1986 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen Visa weights approximately 258 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, 1986 Citroen Visa, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Visa | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
Model | Visa | Electron |
Year Released | 1986 | 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 | 56 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 66.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |