1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 2002 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 weights approximately 647 kg more than 2002 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, 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 2002 Ariel Atom | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ariel |
| Model | 2000 | Atom |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2350 mm |
