1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 15 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 859 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, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
Model | Atom | Cedric |
Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |