1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1951 Renault Fregate
To start off, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Renault Fregate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Renault Fregate would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Renault Fregate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Renault Fregate (56 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Renault Fregate should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Renault Fregate weights approximately 878 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 | 1951 Renault Fregate | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Renault |
| Model | Atom | Fregate |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2810 mm |
