1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1975 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1975 Toyota Publica 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 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Publica (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Publica weights approximately 210 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1975 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Atomata | Publica |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2170 mm |
