1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata
To start off, 1975 Dodge Aspen is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. 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, 1975 Dodge Aspen (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1957 Fairthorpe Atomata | |
| Make | Dodge | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Aspen | Atomata |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 644 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2060 mm |
