1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette
To start off, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is newer by 5 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 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette weights approximately 241 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, 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1962 Fairthorpe Rockette | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Atomata | Rockette |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 45 L |
