1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 1251 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan, 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
| Model | Atom | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 248 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 20 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 L | 70 L |
