1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2009 Holden Caprice
To start off, 2009 Holden Caprice is newer by 54 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Holden Caprice (344 HP) has 332 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Holden Caprice (530 Nm) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm). This means 2009 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2009 Holden Caprice has automatic transmission and 1955 Fairthorpe Atom has manual transmission. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Holden Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2009 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Holden |
| Model | Atom | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 248 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 20 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
