1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2001 Ariel Atom

To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Ariel Atom.

Because 2001 Ariel Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Alfa Romeo Alfasud 2001 Ariel Atom
Make Alfa Romeo Ariel
Model Alfasud Atom
Year Released 1977 2001
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 1185 cc 1589 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 62 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 88 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 153 km/hour 180 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 1 seats
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 460 kg
Vehicle Length 3980 mm 3420 mm
Vehicle Width 1600 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2350 mm


 

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