1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1022 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
| Model | Atomata | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
