1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 1363 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 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Fairthorpe | Toyota |
| Model | Atom | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 646 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 80 L |
