1970 Bizzarrini GT vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1970 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 15 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Bizzarrini GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Bizzarrini GT weights approximately 249 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, 1970 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Bizzarrini GT | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Fairthorpe |
| Model | GT | Atom |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2270 mm |
