2003 Ariel Atom vs. 1960 Moretti 750
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1960 Moretti 750. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1960 Moretti 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Moretti 750 weights approximately 298 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Moretti 750. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Moretti 750.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ariel Atom | 1960 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Ariel | Moretti |
Model | Atom | 750 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2160 mm |