1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Insight weights approximately 383 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 Honda Insight, 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 Honda Insight (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 2004 Honda Insight | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
Model | Atomata | Insight |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 853 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 40 L |