1973 Citroen DS vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1973 Citroen DS 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen DS weights approximately 784 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.
Because 1955 Fairthorpe Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen DS (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
Model | DS | Atom |
Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 12 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 20 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 426 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2270 mm |