1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1963 Volvo P 1800
To start off, 1963 Volvo P 1800 is newer by 8 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 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo P 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo P 1800 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo P 1800 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo P 1800 weights approximately 673 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 | 1963 Volvo P 1800 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Volvo |
| Model | Atom | P 1800 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 45 L |
