1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2000 Suzuki X90
To start off, 2000 Suzuki X90 is newer by 40 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki X90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki X90 (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Suzuki X90 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki X90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki X90 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, 2000 Suzuki X90 (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki X90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2000 Suzuki X90 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Electron | X90 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2210 mm |
