2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1968 Austin A 60
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 662 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom.
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, 2000 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1968 Austin A 60 | |
| Make | Ariel | Austin |
| Model | Atom | A 60 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1622 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
