2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Peugeot 204 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 62 more horse power than 1969 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1969 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Because 2000 Ariel Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Ariel | Peugeot |
| Model | Atom | 204 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
