1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 2003 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alpine A 610. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alpine A 610 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 952 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alpine A 610 | 2003 Ariel Atom | |
| Make | Alpine | Ariel |
| Model | A 610 | Atom |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1414 kg | 462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
