1991 Eagle Summit vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 1991 Eagle Summit is newer by 34 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Eagle Summit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Eagle Summit (92 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Eagle Summit should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Eagle Summit weights approximately 530 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, 1991 Eagle Summit, 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, 1991 Eagle Summit (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Eagle Summit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Eagle Summit | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
| Make | Eagle | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Summit | Atomata |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2060 mm |
