1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 45 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 739 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, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mazda |
Model | Atom | Familia |
Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 50 L |