2000 Ariel Atom vs. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2000 Ariel Atom is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (641 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 532 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1080 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.
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, 1990 Chevrolet Corvette (906 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 757 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2000 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2000 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Ariel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Atom | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 906 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1150 mm |
