1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1975 Honda 1300
To start off, 1975 Honda 1300 is newer by 18 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 1,296 cc, 1975 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 1300 weights approximately 425 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.
Because 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1975 Honda 1300 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
| Model | Atomata | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1296 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 35 L |
