2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 133 weights approximately 230 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, 2004 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Ariel | Fiat |
| Model | Atom | 133 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2030 mm |
