1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 1142 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Nissan |
| Model | Atom | Z |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| 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 | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 11:01:00 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 72 L |
