1957 Fairthorpe Atomata vs. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 56 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (319 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1227 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.

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, 2013 Chevrolet Camaro (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Fairthorpe Chevrolet
Model Atomata Camaro
Year Released 1957 2013
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 644 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 35 HP 319 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 377 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.5:1 11.5
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 Weight 470 kg 1697 kg
Vehicle Length 3280 mm 4836 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1230 mm 1377 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2852 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 27 L 72 L


 

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