2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1970 Fiat 125
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 1,607 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 125 weights approximately 500 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1970 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Ariel | Fiat |
| Model | Atom | 125 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
