2005 Audi S4 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 50 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 4,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 1414 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Audi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | S4 | Atom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 20 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 18 L |
