2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1971 Ginetta G21
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ginetta G21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ginetta G21 would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ginetta G21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1971 Ginetta G21. (85 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1971 Ginetta G21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ginetta G21 weights approximately 277 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ginetta G21. (123 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ginetta G21.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1971 Ginetta G21 | |
| Make | Ariel | Ginetta |
| Model | Atom | G21 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
