2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1955 Austin A 55
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 595 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, 2001 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ariel Atom | 1955 Austin A 55 | |
Make | Ariel | Austin |
Model | Atom | A 55 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |