1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 39 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 400 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 717 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (576 Nm) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Camaro | Atomata |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 35 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 119 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2060 mm |
