2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire 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 47 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 245 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Ariel | Triumph |
| Model | Atom | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2110 mm |
