2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1954 Austin A 90
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 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 860 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 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 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 90 | |
Make | Ariel | Austin |
Model | Atom | A 90 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |