2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 940 kg more than 2001 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ariel Atom | 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Ariel | Chevrolet |
Model | Atom | Corvette |
Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4637 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |