1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1122 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 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mercury |
Model | Electron | Mariner |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 57 L |