2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, both 2000 Ariel Atom and 2000 Lotus Extreme were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 2000 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ariel Atom weights approximately 4 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
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 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | Ariel | Lotus |
| Model | Atom | Extreme |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2420 mm |
