2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1955 Fairthorpe Atom
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 50 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (35 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2148 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom. (49 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fairthorpe Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1955 Fairthorpe Atom | |
| Make | Dodge | Fairthorpe |
| Model | Ram | Atom |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 646 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 20 L |
