1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (168 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 2005 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 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, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (220 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm). This means 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Ariel Atom | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ariel |
| Model | Giulia | Atom |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2350 mm |
