1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser (154 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1483 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.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Fairthorpe Atom 1982 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Fairthorpe Toyota
Model Atom Land Cruiser
Year Released 1955 1982
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 322 cc 3955 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 15 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 60 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 57 mm 95 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 6.1:1 8.0:1
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 417 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2740 mm


 

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