2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1969 Maserati Mistral
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 805 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, 1969 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1969 Maserati Mistral | |
| Make | Ariel | Maserati |
| Model | Atom | Mistral |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
