1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 158 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 1048 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Subaru |
Model | Atom | Forester |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 248 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | boxer |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 20 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 L | 64 L |