1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1951 Toyota SA
To start off, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Toyota SA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Toyota SA would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Toyota SA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1951 Toyota SA. (27 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom should accelerate faster than 1951 Toyota SA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Toyota SA weights approximately 739 kg more than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1951 Toyota SA | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Atom | SA |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
