1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1972 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1972 Ford Mustang is newer by 17 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 5,753 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (267 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1228 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, 1972 Ford Mustang (417 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1972 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
| Model | Atom | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 248 cc | 5753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 20 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 L | 73 L |
