1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2003 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (133 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 weights approximately 1008 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2003 Ariel Atom | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ariel |
Model | Alfa 6 | Atom |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 462 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |