2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 988 kg more than 2004 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ariel Atom | 1956 Rover P4 | |
Make | Ariel | Rover |
Model | Atom | P4 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1448 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |