1955 Fairthorpe Atom vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 57 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1882 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. 2012 Dodge Ram 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. 2012 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fairthorpe Atom | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Fairthorpe | Dodge |
Model | Atom | Ram |
Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 248 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 1 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | single | V |
Horse Power | 12 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 20 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 426 kg | 2308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3569 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 18 L | 98 L |