2002 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2002 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 45 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 32 more horse power than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 236 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, 2002 Daewoo Matiz, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Daewoo Matiz | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Daewoo | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Matiz | Electron |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2090 mm |
