2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 44 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), 2001 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C3 weights approximately 511 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, 2001 Citroen C3, 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, 2001 Citroen C3 (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C3 | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | C3 | Electron |
| Year Released | 2001 | 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 | 59 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 1053 kg | 542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
