1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2012 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 55 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron.

Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2012 Infiniti FX 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. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Fairthorpe Electron 2012 Infiniti FX
Make Fairthorpe Infiniti
Model Electron FX
Year Released 1957 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1098 cc 3696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 83 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 5200 RPM
Top Speed 161 km/hour 233 km/hour
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4865 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2090 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 90 L


 

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