2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 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 30 more horse power than 1979 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Ariel | Mazda |
| Model | Atom | 616 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
