1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 5 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 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1759 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 541 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Cadillac | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Eldorado | Atom |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 20 L |
