1960 Fairthorpe Electron vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 51 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 980 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 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fairthorpe Electron | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
Model | Electron | Kizashi |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 42 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 63 L |