1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1969 Holden Belmont is newer by 14 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 929 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Holden |
Model | Atom | Belmont |
Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 248 cc | 5025 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 20 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2830 mm |