2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1315 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (335 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ariel Atom | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Ariel | Mercury |
Model | Atom | Montego |
Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4945 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |