1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1968 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1968 Moretti Panoramica is newer by 11 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 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Moretti Panoramica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Moretti Panoramica weights approximately 310 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, 1968 Moretti Panoramica (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Moretti Panoramica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1968 Moretti Panoramica | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Moretti |
| Model | Atomata | Panoramica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 30 L |
