2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1970 Honda N III
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda N III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda N III 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 73 more horse power than 1970 Honda N III. (36 HP @ 9000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1970 Honda N III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda N III weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Because 2001 Ariel Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Honda N III, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda N III. (32 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda N III.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1970 Honda N III | |
| Make | Ariel | Honda |
| Model | Atom | N III |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 120 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
