1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 38 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 630 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, 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, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
Model | Atomata | Pulsar |
Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2440 mm |