2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1955 Ford Vedette
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Ford Vedette weights approximately 665 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, 2002 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1955 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Ariel | Ford |
| Model | Atom | Vedette |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
