1998 Dodge Ram vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 1998 Dodge Ram is newer by 41 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Ram (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1588 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.
Because 1998 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Dodge Ram (453 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Ram | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Dodge | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Ram | Electron |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2090 mm |
