1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1710 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
Make | Austin | Fairthorpe |
Model | A 135 | Atomata |
Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 644 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2060 mm |