1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1980 Mazda 323
To start off, 1980 Mazda 323 is newer by 25 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda 323 weights approximately 449 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, 1980 Mazda 323 (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1980 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mazda |
| Model | Atom | 323 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 45 L |
