1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1993 Rover 200 is newer by 38 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 649 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, 1993 Rover 200, 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, 1993 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1993 Rover 200 | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Rover |
Model | Atom | 200 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 248 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 20 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |