1956 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Aceca would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 AC Aceca (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 AC Aceca weights approximately 434 kg more than 2002 Ariel 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, 1956 AC Aceca (168 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm). This means 1956 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Aceca | 2002 Ariel Atom | |
| Make | AC | Ariel |
| Model | Aceca | Atom |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
