1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 1998 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 41 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Duna weights approximately 415 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, 1998 Fiat Duna, 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 1998 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
| Model | Atomata | Duna |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2370 mm |
