1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1964 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1964 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 7 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 800 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, 1964 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1964 Fiat Grand Break | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
Model | Atomata | Grand Break |
Year Released | 1957 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |