1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1972 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1972 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 15 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 47 more horse power than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (36 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron weights approximately 62 kg more than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Suzuki Fronte. (40 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1972 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Electron | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 56 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
