1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1968 Seat 600
To start off, 1968 Seat 600 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 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Seat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Seat 600 (24 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Seat 600 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Seat 600 weights approximately 158 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 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Seat |
| Model | Atom | 600 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
