1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1985 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1985 Subaru Rex is newer by 30 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 646 cc (2 cylinders), 1955 Fairthorpe Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Rex. (31 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Rex weights approximately 124 kg more than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
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, 1985 Subaru Rex, 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, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Rex. (43 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Fairthorpe Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1985 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Subaru |
| Model | Atom | Rex |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 43 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2260 mm |
