2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1963 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 311. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1963 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Ariel | Wartburg |
| Model | Atom | 311 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2460 mm |
