1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 53 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda HR-V (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 891 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 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Honda |
| Model | Atom | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 248 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 20 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 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 | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 L | 55 L |
