1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo
To start off, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo is newer by 33 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 665 cc (2 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo (36 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo weights approximately 154 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, 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo (55 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1988 Subaru Mini Jumbo | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Subaru |
| Model | Atom | Mini Jumbo |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
