1961 Abarth 700 vs. 2000 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 700 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2000 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 2000 Ariel Atom | |
Make | Abarth | Ariel |
Model | 700 | Atom |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |