1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1965 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1965 Steyr 650T is newer by 8 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 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 15 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Steyr 650T weights approximately 30 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. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1965 Steyr 650T | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Steyr |
Model | Atomata | 650T |
Year Released | 1957 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 643 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 2970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 1850 mm |