1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon
To start off, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon is newer by 46 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Kia Pride Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Pride Wagon weights approximately 394 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, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon, 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, 2001 Kia Pride Wagon (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2001 Kia Pride Wagon | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Kia |
| Model | Atom | Pride Wagon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 248 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 20 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
