1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2004 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2004 Holden Vectra is newer by 47 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Vectra (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Vectra weights approximately 1060 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, 2004 Holden Vectra, 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, 2004 Holden Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 2004 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Holden |
| Model | Atomata | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 644 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2710 mm |
