1959 Fairthorpe Zeta vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta 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 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta weights approximately 242 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, 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Fairthorpe Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fairthorpe Zeta | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Fairthorpe |
Model | Zeta | Atom |
Year Released | 1959 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2553 cc | 646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 673 kg | 431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2270 mm |