1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 1077 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Volkswagen |
Model | Atom | Golf |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 646 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 431 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 55 L |