1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 55 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Fiorino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Fiorino weights approximately 744 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 1955 Fairthorpe Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Fiat Fiorino (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Fiorino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Fiat |
| Model | Atom | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 248 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | single | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 20 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 L | 45 L |
