1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 562 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 Toyota Corolla, 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 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
Model | Atomata | Corolla |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |