1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2003 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 48 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1929 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 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2003 Ford Expedition 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. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2003 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Ford |
| Model | Atom | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 397 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3030 mm |
