1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan
To start off, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Hudson Metropolitan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan (47 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Hudson Metropolitan weights approximately 349 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. 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, 1961 Hudson Metropolitan (101 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 Hudson Metropolitan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1961 Hudson Metropolitan | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Hudson |
Model | Atomata | Metropolitan |
Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2170 mm |