1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira
To start off, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is newer by 44 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (189 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Zafira weights approximately 1070 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira, 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, 2001 Vauxhall Zafira (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 2001 Vauxhall Zafira | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Vauxhall |
| Model | Atomata | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2700 mm |
