1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1996 Toyota Venture is newer by 41 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Venture is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 923 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, 1996 Toyota Venture, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Atom | Venture |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 417 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |
