1969 DAF 44 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 14 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 842 cc (2 cylinders), 1969 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 DAF 44 weights approximately 324 kg more than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 DAF 44 (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1969 DAF 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | DAF | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 44 | Atom |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
