1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1988 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1988 GMC Jimmy is newer by 31 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Jimmy (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 908 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 1988 GMC Jimmy 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy 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, 1988 GMC Jimmy (313 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 1988 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1988 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | GMC |
| Model | Electron | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2560 mm |
