1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1977 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1977 Toyota Publica is newer by 22 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 1,166 cc, 1977 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Publica weights approximately 324 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, 1977 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1977 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Atom | Publica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 1166 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2270 mm |
