1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1994 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1994 Seat Marbella is newer by 37 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 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Marbella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Marbella (40 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Marbella should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Marbella weights approximately 210 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, 1994 Seat Marbella, 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, 1994 Seat Marbella (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Marbella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1994 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Seat |
| Model | Atomata | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2170 mm |
