1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1994 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1994 Seat Toledo is newer by 39 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Seat Toledo (74 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Seat Toledo weights approximately 634 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, 1994 Seat Toledo, 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, 1994 Seat Toledo (125 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1994 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Seat |
Model | Atom | Toledo |
Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 248 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | in-line |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 20 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2480 mm |