2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 500 weights approximately 20 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ariel Atom | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Ariel | Fiat |
Model | Atom | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |