2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1969 Volvo 1800
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Volvo 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Volvo 1800 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Volvo 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Volvo 1800 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Volvo 1800 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Volvo 1800 weights approximately 670 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, 1969 Volvo 1800 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Volvo 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1969 Volvo 1800 | |
| Make | Ariel | Volvo |
| Model | Atom | 1800 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
