1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 58 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 162 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 1029 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 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Audi |
| Model | Atom | A3 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2578 mm |
