1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 26 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 479 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (147 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Alfasud | Atom |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2270 mm |
