2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1966 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Publica 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 80 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Toyota Publica weights approximately 122 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1966 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Ariel | Toyota |
| Model | Atom | Publica |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 582 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2140 mm |
