1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1995 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 504 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 504 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 700 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1995 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
| Model | Atomata | 504 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2750 mm |
