1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 13 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 6,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP) has 365 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1030 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (624 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 575 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
Model | Corvette | Atom |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6999 cc | 646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 35 HP |
Torque | 624 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 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 | 1461 kg | 431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 20 L |