2005 Ariel Atom vs. 1982 Honda Quintet
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Quintet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Quintet would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Quintet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Honda Quintet weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 Ariel Atom.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 1982 Honda Quintet | |
| Make | Ariel | Honda |
| Model | Atom | Quintet |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2370 mm |
