2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1996 GAZ 3110
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 GAZ 3110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 GAZ 3110 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 GAZ 3110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1996 GAZ 3110. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1996 GAZ 3110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 GAZ 3110 weights approximately 990 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, 1996 GAZ 3110 (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 GAZ 3110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ariel Atom | 1996 GAZ 3110 | |
| Make | Ariel | GAZ |
| Model | Atom | 3110 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
