2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 49 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (209 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1525 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, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Dodge Dakota | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
Make | Dodge | Fairthorpe |
Model | Dakota | Atom |
Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 646 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 20 L |