1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1960 Nissan Bluebird is newer by 3 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 40 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 383 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 1960 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Bluebird. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
Model | Electron | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1957 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2290 mm |