1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1989 Nissan Pintara

To start off, 1989 Nissan Pintara is newer by 32 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Pintara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Pintara (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Pintara should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Pintara weights approximately 690 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, 1989 Nissan Pintara, 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, 1989 Nissan Pintara (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Pintara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Fairthorpe Atomata 1989 Nissan Pintara
Make Fairthorpe Nissan
Model Atomata Pintara
Year Released 1957 1989
Engine Size 644 cc 1974 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 168 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 470 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 3280 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2560 mm


 

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