1974 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina is newer by 19 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 499 cc (2 cylinders), 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina weights approximately 138 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, 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina (30 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Autobianchi Bianchina | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Bianchina | Atom |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 20 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 18 L |
