2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1969 Fiat 124
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 124 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 124 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1969 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Ariel | Fiat |
| Model | Atom | 124 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
