1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 49 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 2386 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred, 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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata has manual transmission. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
Model | Atomata | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |