1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2003 Marcos TS500
To start off, 2003 Marcos TS500 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Marcos TS500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Marcos TS500 (321 HP) has 286 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Marcos TS500 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Marcos TS500 weights approximately 555 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 Marcos TS500 (475 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm). This means 2003 Marcos TS500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 2003 Marcos TS500 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Marcos |
| Model | Atomata | TS500 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2300 mm |
