1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1942 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1942 Oldsmobile 66 (100 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1942 Oldsmobile 66 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 1353 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 Fairthorpe Atom | 1942 Oldsmobile 66 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Atom | 66 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 3903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3030 mm |
