1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1987 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 504 is newer by 32 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 504 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 739 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1987 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
| Model | Atom | 504 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
