1994 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1100 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
Model | Corvette | Atomata |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5727 cc | 644 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 523 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 27 L |