1955 Abarth Renault vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, both 1955 Abarth Renault and 1955 Fairthorpe Atom were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Abarth Renault weights approximately 459 kg more than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth Renault | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Abarth | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Renault | Atom |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 20 L |
