1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2007 Hummer H3
To start off, 2007 Hummer H3 is newer by 50 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 3,699 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Because 2007 Hummer H3 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, 2007 Hummer H3 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, 2007 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2007 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Hummer |
| Model | Electron | H3 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2850 mm |
