1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1994 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1994 Toyota Carina 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Carina (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Carina weights approximately 718 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1994 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Atom | Carina |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
