2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1965 Opel Kadett
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Opel Kadett 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 62 more horse power than 1965 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1965 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Opel Kadett weights approximately 240 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Opel Kadett. (71 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1965 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | Ariel | Opel |
| Model | Atom | Kadett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2330 mm |
