1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 2003 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 673 kg more than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 2003 Ariel Atom | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ariel |
| Model | 145 | Atom |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
