2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1965 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1965 Opel Rekord. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Rekord weights approximately 570 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Rekord. (146 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1965 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Ariel | Opel |
| Model | Atom | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
