2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac CTS (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1122 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, 2004 Cadillac CTS (298 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac CTS | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fairthorpe |
| Model | CTS | Atomata |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 27 L |
