2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Galant would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Galant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 705 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1978 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Ariel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Atom | Galant |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
