1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital is newer by 36 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 856 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, 1993 Kia Capital, 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, 1993 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1993 Kia Capital | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Kia |
Model | Atomata | Capital |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2530 mm |