1957 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 56 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (83 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 2031 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. (99 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Electron. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Electron | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Chevrolet |
| Model | Electron | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 542 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 117 L |
