2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1985 Fiat 126
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat 126 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 85 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat 126 weights approximately 128 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1985 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ariel | Fiat |
| Model | Atom | 126 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 1850 mm |
