1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2003 Seat Altea

To start off, 2003 Seat Altea 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 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 1234 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 Seat Altea, 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 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Fairthorpe Atom 2003 Seat Altea
Make Fairthorpe Seat
Model Atom Altea
Year Released 1955 2003
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 646 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 49 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 6.5:1 11.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 431 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 3660 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1560 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 20 L 70 L


 

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