1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois
To start off, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois 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 875 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Sunbeam Chamois is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois (36 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Sunbeam Chamois weights approximately 284 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, 1972 Sunbeam Chamois (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Sunbeam Chamois will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1972 Sunbeam Chamois | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Sunbeam |
Model | Atom | Chamois |
Year Released | 1955 | 1972 |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 875 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2090 mm |