1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 2004 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Abarth 1300. (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1968 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Abarth 1300 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 2004 Ariel Atom | |
| Make | Abarth | Ariel |
| Model | 1300 | Atom |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2350 mm |
