1971 Alpine A 110 vs. 2004 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 110 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Alpine A 110 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Alpine A 110. (145 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 110 | 2004 Ariel Atom | |
| Make | Alpine | Ariel |
| Model | A 110 | Atom |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1563 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 635 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2350 mm |
