1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1987 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 30 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 1,829 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 508 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, 1987 Honda Prelude, 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, 1987 Honda Prelude (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1987 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
| Model | Atomata | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1829 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 61 L |
