2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 43 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 30 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 348 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion 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, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Sirion | Electron |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 45 L |
