2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 52 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1955 Fairthorpe Atom has manual transmission. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Express | Atom |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 20 L |
