1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 1999 MCC Smart
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 44 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 646 cc (2 cylinders), 1955 Fairthorpe Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 MCC Smart (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 MCC Smart weights approximately 269 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 MCC Smart (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1955 Fairthorpe Atom has manual transmission. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 1999 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | MCC |
| Model | Atom | Smart |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2280 mm |
