1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1975 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 948 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Fairthorpe Electron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Fairthorpe Electron (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1960 Fairthorpe Electron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Electron | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 30 L |
