2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 2,267 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1953 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 810 kg more than 2001 Ariel Atom.
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, 1953 Sunbeam Alpine (163 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm). This means 1953 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1953 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Ariel | Sunbeam |
| Model | Atom | Alpine |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2267 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2490 mm |
