1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1955 Triumph TR2
To start off, both 1955 Fairthorpe Atom and 1955 Triumph TR2 were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Triumph TR2 weights approximately 448 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 | 1955 Triumph TR2 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Triumph |
Model | Atom | TR2 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2250 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 56 L |