2005 Ariel Atom vs. 1978 ZIL 4104
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 ZIL 4104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 ZIL 4104 would be higher. At 7,695 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 ZIL 4104 (311 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 2876 kg more than 2005 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, 1978 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ariel Atom. 1978 ZIL 4104 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2005 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 ZIL 4104 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 1978 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Ariel | ZIL |
| Model | Atom | 4104 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 7695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 3336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3340 mm |
