1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2005 Opel Agila
To start off, 2005 Opel Agila 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Agila is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Agila (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Agila weights approximately 699 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, 2005 Opel Agila, 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, 2005 Opel Agila (165 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2005 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Opel |
| Model | Atom | Agila |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 42 L |
