1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1948 Simca 5
To start off, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 would be higher. At 570 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Simca 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Simca 5 weights approximately 143 kg more than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
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 | 1948 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Simca |
| Model | Atom | 5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
