1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 40 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 915 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, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Kia |
Model | Atomata | Joice |
Year Released | 1957 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2730 mm |