2008 Dodge Dakota vs. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron

To start off, 2008 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fairthorpe Electron would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (42 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 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, 2008 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fairthorpe Electron. 2008 Dodge Dakota has automatic transmission and 1960 Fairthorpe Electron has manual transmission. 1960 Fairthorpe Electron will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Dodge Dakota 1960 Fairthorpe Electron
Make Dodge Fairthorpe
Model Dakota Electron
Year Released 2008 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 210 HP 42 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 319 Nm 66 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1745 kg 490 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 3360 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 3340 mm 2060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 45 L


 

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