2003 Ariel Atom vs. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 1068 kg more than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | |
| Make | Ariel | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Atom | Tickford |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2600 mm |
