1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1981 Fiat Strada
To start off, 1981 Fiat Strada is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Strada (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Strada weights approximately 510 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, 1981 Fiat Strada, 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, 1981 Fiat Strada (172 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1981 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
| Model | Atomata | Strada |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
