1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 544 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Suzuki |
Model | Atom | Equator |
Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 80 L |