1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is newer by 15 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 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 1085 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, 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Chevelle | Atomata |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 27 L |
