1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 49 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 888 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 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Electron | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
