2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2000 Opel Meriva
To start off, both 2000 Ariel Atom and 2000 Opel Meriva were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2000 Opel Meriva. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 933 kg more than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Because 2000 Ariel Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Opel Meriva (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ariel Atom | 2000 Opel Meriva | |
Make | Ariel | Opel |
Model | Atom | Meriva |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |