1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2007 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 659 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 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2007 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2007 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2007 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
| Model | Atom | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 248 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 20 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 78 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 | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 L | 41 L |
