2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 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 90 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Seat 600 weights approximately 115 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ariel Atom | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Ariel | Seat |
Model | Atom | 600 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |