2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 51 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 188 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1124 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Buick | Fairthorpe |
| Model | LaCrosse | Atom |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 12 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 20 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 18 L |
