1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 18 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 1,812 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 664 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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 160 | Atom |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
