2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1964 Renault 8
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Renault 8 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 14 more horse power than 1964 Renault 8. (95 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1964 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Renault 8 weights approximately 393 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Renault 8. (99 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1964 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Ariel | Renault |
| Model | Atom | 8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
