2003 Ariel Atom vs. 1964 Austin A 90
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 1110 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 1964 Austin A 90 | |
| Make | Ariel | Austin |
| Model | Atom | A 90 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
