1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1968 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 404 is newer by 13 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 404 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 684 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 | 1968 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
| Model | Atom | 404 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 248 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 L | 50 L |
