2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 810 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, 1968 Peugeot 504 (168 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Ariel | Peugeot |
| Model | Atom | 504 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
