1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 57 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 1421 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 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2012 Acura RL 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. 2012 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Acura |
| Model | Atom | RL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 73 L |
