1961 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 4 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 16 more horse power than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (19 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata should accelerate faster than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 98 kg more 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, 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina. (35 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
Make | Autobianchi | Fairthorpe |
Model | Bianchina | Atomata |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 644 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 35 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 568 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 27 L |