1949 Alfa Romeo 6C vs. 2001 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C weights approximately 914 kg more than 2001 Ariel Atom.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Alfa Romeo 6C | 2001 Ariel Atom | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ariel |
| Model | 6C | Atom |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2350 mm |
