1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1981 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1981 Toyota Corsa is newer by 26 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 1,452 cc, 1981 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 385 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, 1981 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1981 Toyota Corsa | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
Model | Atom | Corsa |
Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 1452 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |