1996 Audi A6 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom

To start off, 1996 Audi A6 is newer by 41 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 2,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A6 (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A6 weights approximately 1064 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 1996 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi A6 (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Audi A6 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
Make Audi Fairthorpe
Model A6 Atom
Year Released 1996 1955
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2391 cc 646 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 165 HP 35 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 49 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 6.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 431 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 3660 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2270 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 20 L


 

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