1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 42 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 514 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Colt (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1997 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mitsubishi |
Model | Atom | Colt |
Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |