2005 Ariel Atom vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (91 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 370 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, 2005 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | Ariel | Chrysler |
| Model | Atom | Valiant |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
