1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 19 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 842 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 133 (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 133 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 133 weights approximately 273 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 | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
| Model | Atom | 133 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2030 mm |
