1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2001 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 870 kg more than 2001 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2001 Ariel Atom | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ariel |
| Model | Spider | Atom |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
