2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1976 Buick Electra
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 1325 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2000 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2000 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ariel Atom | 1976 Buick Electra | |
Make | Ariel | Buick |
Model | Atom | Electra |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3030 mm |