1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2012 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 55 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (580 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 545 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.

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, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro (753 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Fairthorpe Atomata 2012 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Fairthorpe Chevrolet
Model Atomata Camaro
Year Released 1957 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 644 cc 6200 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 35 HP 580 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 753 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4200 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 3280 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1389 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 72 L


 

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