1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica 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 359 cc (2 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Minica weights approximately 43 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 | 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Atom | Minica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2010 mm |
