1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2011 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 56 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 1,200 cc (3 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (69 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 636 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo, 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, 2011 Volkswagen Polo (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2011 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
Model | Atom | Polo |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1682 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1462 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2470 mm |