1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1982 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1982 Seat Ronda is newer by 27 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 1,193 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Seat Ronda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Seat Ronda (61 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Seat Ronda weights approximately 469 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.
Because 1955 Fairthorpe Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Seat Ronda, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Seat Ronda (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Seat Ronda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1982 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Seat |
| Model | Atom | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 1193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
