1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 50 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 999 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 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Mazda |
| Model | Atom | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 20 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 L | 50 L |
