1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1983 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1983 GMC Suburban is newer by 26 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 GMC Suburban (227 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1860 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 1983 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1983 GMC Suburban (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. 1983 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1983 GMC Suburban | |
Make | Fairthorpe | GMC |
Model | Atomata | Suburban |
Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 488 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3300 mm |