1961 DKW Junior vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1961 DKW Junior is newer by 6 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 794 cc (3 cylinders), 1961 DKW Junior is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom (35 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 DKW Junior. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fairthorpe Atom should accelerate faster than 1961 DKW Junior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 DKW Junior weights approximately 279 kg more than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
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, 1961 DKW Junior, 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, 1961 DKW Junior (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1961 DKW Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1961 DKW Junior | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
Make | DKW | Fairthorpe |
Model | Junior | Atom |
Year Released | 1961 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 794 cc | 646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 20 L |