1981 Alpine A 310 vs. 2002 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Alpine A 310 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Alpine A 310 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Alpine A 310 weights approximately 520 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, 1981 Alpine A 310 (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Alpine A 310 | 2002 Ariel Atom | |
Make | Alpine | Ariel |
Model | A 310 | Atom |
Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 203 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 | 980 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2350 mm |