1980 Daihatsu Delta vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1980 Daihatsu Delta is newer by 25 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Daihatsu Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (92 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Daihatsu Delta should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Daihatsu Delta weights approximately 659 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, 1980 Daihatsu Delta (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Daihatsu Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Daihatsu Delta | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
Make | Daihatsu | Fairthorpe |
Model | Delta | Atom |
Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 12 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 20 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 426 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2270 mm |