2005 Ariel Atom vs. 1961 Triumph TR4
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Triumph TR4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Triumph TR4 would be higher. At 2,136 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Triumph TR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1961 Triumph TR4. (100 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1961 Triumph TR4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Triumph TR4 weights approximately 506 kg more than 2005 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, 1961 Triumph TR4 (172 Nm @ 3350 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Triumph TR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 1961 Triumph TR4 | |
| Make | Ariel | Triumph |
| Model | Atom | TR4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2240 mm |
