1973 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2003 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 578 kg more than 2003 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV (182 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2003 Ariel Atom | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ariel |
Model | GTV | Atom |
Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |