1962 Abarth 600 vs. 2005 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Abarth 600 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 2005 Ariel Atom | |
| Make | Abarth | Ariel |
| Model | 600 | Atom |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2350 mm |
