1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 33 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 53 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 100 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mitsubishi |
Model | Electron | Minica |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2270 mm |