1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 18 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (74 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 514 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, 1973 Mitsubishi Galant (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1973 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Atom | Galant |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 248 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 20 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
