2000 Audi A4 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 45 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Because 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (234 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Audi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | A4 | Atom |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 20 L |
