2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1957 Talbot 2500
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot 2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot 2500 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Talbot 2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Talbot 2500 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Talbot 2500 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Talbot 2500 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2002 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1957 Talbot 2500 (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Talbot 2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ariel Atom | 1957 Talbot 2500 | |
Make | Ariel | Talbot |
Model | Atom | 2500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |