2003 Ariel Atom vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 would be higher. At 2,583 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 908 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ariel Atom | 1967 Alfa Romeo 2600 | |
Make | Ariel | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Atom | 2600 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |