1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1983 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1983 Nissan Pulsar 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 1,270 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 410 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, 1983 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1983 Nissan Pulsar (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1983 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
| Model | Atomata | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2420 mm |
