2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2000 Ford TS-50
To start off, both 2000 Ariel Atom and 2000 Ford TS-50 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,989 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford TS-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TS-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TS-50 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford TS-50 weights approximately 748 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, 2000 Ford TS-50 (175 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TS-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom. 2000 Ford TS-50 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. 2000 Ford TS-50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ariel Atom | 2000 Ford TS-50 | |
Make | Ariel | Ford |
Model | Atom | TS-50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 175 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1208 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |