1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen is newer by 24 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 1034 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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
Make | Dodge | Fairthorpe |
Model | Aspen | Atom |
Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |