2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1957 Skoda 440
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Skoda 440 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 65 more horse power than 1957 Skoda 440. (44 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1957 Skoda 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Skoda 440 weights approximately 470 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Skoda 440. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Skoda 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1957 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Ariel | Skoda |
| Model | Atom | 440 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
