1959 Austin 7 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1959 Austin 7 is newer by 4 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 847 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin 7 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Austin | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 7 | Atom |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2270 mm |
