2004 Audi A6 vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2004 Audi A6 is newer by 47 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi A6 weights approximately 888 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 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, 2004 Audi A6, 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, 2004 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Audi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | A6 | Electron |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
