2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1976 Zastava 1500
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 1500 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 39 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 1500. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Zastava 1500 weights approximately 550 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 1500. (113 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 1976 Zastava 1500 | |
| Make | Ariel | Zastava |
| Model | Atom | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2430 mm |
