2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1990 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Morgan 4. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1990 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Morgan 4 weights approximately 405 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1990 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Ariel | Morgan |
| Model | Atom | 4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
