1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2003 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 206 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 709 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, 2003 Peugeot 206, 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, 2003 Peugeot 206 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2003 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Peugeot |
| Model | Atom | 206 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 47 L |
