2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1987 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 740 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, 1987 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 1987 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Ariel | Nissan |
| Model | Atom | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
