2002 Dodge Dakota vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2002 Dodge Dakota is newer by 47 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (12 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1110 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.
Because 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota 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, 2002 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (20 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Dakota | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Dodge | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Dakota | Atom |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 1 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 20 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 426 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2270 mm |
