2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1956 Volvo P 1900
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Volvo P 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Volvo P 1900 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 47 more horse power than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1956 Volvo P 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Volvo P 1900 weights approximately 400 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Volvo P 1900. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Volvo P 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1956 Volvo P 1900 | |
| Make | Ariel | Volvo |
| Model | Atom | P 1900 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
