1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1959 Cadillac 62 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 6,382 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1708 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.
1959 Cadillac 62 has automatic transmission and 1955 Fairthorpe Atom has manual transmission. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Cadillac 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 62 | Atom |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6382 cc | 322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 15 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 417 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 20 L |
