1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet 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 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 260 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 Toyota Starlet, 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 Toyota Starlet (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Atomata | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2310 mm |
