1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1955 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Suzuki Light 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 69 more horse power than 1955 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1955 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron weights approximately 2 kg more than 1955 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1955 Suzuki Light | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
Model | Electron | Light |
Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 359 cc |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2010 mm |