1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1979 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1979 Lancia Delta is newer by 22 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 1,301 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lancia Delta weights approximately 465 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, 1979 Lancia Delta, 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, 1979 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1979 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Lancia |
| Model | Atomata | Delta |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 59 L |
