2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1986 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Hilux (122 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 920 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ariel Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Hilux. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1986 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Ariel | Toyota |
| Model | Atom | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
