2005 Ariel Atom vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda Montrose. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda Montrose 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 34 more horse power than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1979 Mazda Montrose. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 608 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mazda Montrose. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mazda Montrose.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Ariel | Mazda |
| Model | Atom | Montrose |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
