1977 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 22 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1154 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, 1977 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Chevrolet Camaro | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
Model | Camaro | Atom |
Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |