2003 Ariel Atom vs. 1970 Renault 10
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 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 67 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Renault 10 weights approximately 313 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Ariel | Renault |
| Model | Atom | 10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |
