1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1966 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 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 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (331 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1424 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Jensen |
| Model | Atom | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 248 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 20 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 L | 72 L |
