1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1625 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Kia |
Model | Atom | Sorento |
Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 60 L |