1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1966 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1966 Nissan Sunny 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 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Nissan Sunny (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 222 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Nissan Sunny (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1966 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
Model | Atom | Sunny |
Year Released | 1955 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 248 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 20 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2290 mm |