2009 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 1078 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (215 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Berlingo | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
Make | Citroen | Fairthorpe |
Model | Berlingo | Atom |
Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 12 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 20 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 426 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 18 L |