2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 720 kg more than 2004 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, 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 1963 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Ariel | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Atom | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| 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 | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2340 mm |
