2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1975 Mazda 818
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 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 41 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda 818 weights approximately 420 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1975 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Ariel | Mazda |
| Model | Atom | 818 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2320 mm |
