2000 Daihatsu YRV vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu YRV weights approximately 348 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 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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 YRV 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, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu YRV | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fairthorpe |
| Model | YRV | Electron |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 45 L |
