1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion
To start off, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion 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 697 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion weights approximately 309 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, 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion has automatic transmission and 1955 Fairthorpe Atom has manual transmission. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2005 Smart Cabrio Passion | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Smart |
| Model | Atom | Cabrio Passion |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 33 L |
