1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mini Cooper (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mini Cooper weights approximately 805 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, 2012 Mini Cooper, 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, 2012 Mini Cooper (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mini |
Model | Atomata | Cooper |
Year Released | 1957 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 644 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 3734 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1684 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1414 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2466 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |