2007 Audi A4 vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 50 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 733 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, 2007 Audi A4, 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, 2007 Audi A4 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | |
| Make | Audi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | A4 | Electron |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 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 | 1275 kg | 542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
