1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1984 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1984 Suzuki Alto is newer by 27 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 45 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 68 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
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, 1984 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1984 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Electron | Alto |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2160 mm |
