1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, 2008 Opel Omega 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 898 kg more than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
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 Opel Omega (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Opel |
| Model | Atom | Omega |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 75 L |
