2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1975 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 504. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 814 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 504. (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1975 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ariel | Peugeot |
| Model | Atom | 504 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
