1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 1988 GMC Suburban is newer by 31 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Because 1988 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, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. 1988 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. 1988 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | GMC |
| Model | Atomata | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3300 mm |
