1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 27 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 420 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.
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, 1984 Citroen Visa, 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Visa | Atomata |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 27 L |
