1998 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1998 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 43 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 644 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, 1998 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 1998 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Berlingo | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Berlingo | Atom |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 12 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 20 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2270 mm |
