2003 Ariel Atom vs. 1953 Humber Pullman
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Humber Pullman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Humber Pullman would be higher. At 4,138 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Humber Pullman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Humber Pullman (116 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Humber Pullman should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Humber Pullman weights approximately 1678 kg more than 2003 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, 1953 Humber Pullman (286 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Humber Pullman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 1953 Humber Pullman | |
| Make | Ariel | Humber |
| Model | Atom | Pullman |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4138 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3330 mm |
