2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1954 Austin A 70
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 824 kg more than 2002 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ariel Atom | 1954 Austin A 70 | |
Make | Ariel | Austin |
Model | Atom | A 70 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |