1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1988 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1988 Reliant Scimitar 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 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Reliant Scimitar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Reliant Scimitar (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Reliant Scimitar weights approximately 376 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Reliant Scimitar (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1988 Reliant Scimitar | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Reliant |
Model | Atomata | Scimitar |
Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2140 mm |