1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1949 Triumph Renown

To start off, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Triumph Renown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Triumph Renown would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Triumph Renown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Triumph Renown (67 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Triumph Renown should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Triumph Renown weights approximately 849 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.

Let's talk about torque, 1949 Triumph Renown (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1949 Triumph Renown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Fairthorpe Atom 1949 Triumph Renown
Make Fairthorpe Triumph
Model Atom Renown
Year Released 1955 1949
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 646 cc 2088 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 2000 RPM
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 431 kg 1280 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1610 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2750 mm


 

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