1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1975 Plymouth Volare is newer by 20 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 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Plymouth Volare (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 1178 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 | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Plymouth |
| Model | Atom | Volare |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2870 mm |
