1958 Berkeley Foursome vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 1958 Berkeley Foursome is newer by 1 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 644 cc (2 cylinders), 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata should accelerate faster than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata weights approximately 114 kg more than 1958 Berkeley Foursome. 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, 1958 Berkeley Foursome, 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, both vehicles can yield 49 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Berkeley Foursome | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
| Make | Berkeley | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Foursome | Atomata |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 592 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 356 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2060 mm |
