1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio
To start off, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is newer by 52 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 2,609 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mahindra Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 2079 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mahindra Scorpio (255 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mahindra Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2007 Mahindra Scorpio | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Mahindra |
Model | Atom | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 2609 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 2510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 56 L |