1969 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is newer by 12 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 1,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Daihatsu Consorte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Daihatsu Consorte weights approximately 215 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, 1969 Daihatsu Consorte (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 Daihatsu Consorte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Daihatsu Consorte | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Consorte | Atomata |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 27 L |
