1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 49 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 1075 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mazda |
| Model | Atom | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 62 L |
