1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 MG TF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG TF (114 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 739 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, 2008 MG TF (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 MG TF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | MG |
| Model | Atom | TF |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 50 L |
