1963 AC Greyhound vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1963 AC Greyhound is newer by 8 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Greyhound (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Greyhound should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 AC Greyhound weights approximately 584 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 AC Greyhound (179 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm). This means 1963 AC Greyhound will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Greyhound | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
Make | AC | Fairthorpe |
Model | Greyhound | Atom |
Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 49 Nm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 20 L |