2000 Audi TT vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2000 Audi TT is newer by 45 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Because 2000 Audi TT 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, 2000 Audi TT 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, 2000 Audi TT (245 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm). This means 2000 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi TT | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Audi | Fairthorpe |
| Model | TT | Atom |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 20 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2270 mm |
