1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1967 Triumph TR5
To start off, 1967 Triumph TR5 is newer by 12 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 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Triumph TR5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph TR5 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph TR5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph TR5 weights approximately 604 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, 1967 Triumph TR5 (222 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph TR5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1967 Triumph TR5 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Triumph |
Model | Atom | TR5 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 248 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 20 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 74.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 L | 53 L |