1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 644 cc (2 cylinders), 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Fiat 500 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
| Model | Atomata | 500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
