2009 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 54 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 1344 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 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo 159 | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Fairthorpe |
| Model | 159 | Atom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 20 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 18 L |
