1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1979 Mazda Cosmo 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 620 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. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mazda |
Model | Atomata | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1957 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 65 L |