2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1960 Austin A 90
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 1040 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ariel Atom | 1960 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Ariel | Austin |
Model | Atom | A 90 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 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 | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1500 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 |