1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fairthorpe Atom would be higher. At 4,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (119 HP @ 3450 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 1469 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.
Because 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (316 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1962 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Jeep |
| Model | Atom | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 4980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3450 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2800 mm |
