1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2002 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2002 Smart Roadster is newer by 45 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 696 cc (3 cylinders), 2002 Smart Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Smart Roadster (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Smart Roadster should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart Roadster 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Smart Roadster (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2002 Smart Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 2002 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Smart |
| Model | Atomata | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 119 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2370 mm |
