2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. (95 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 610 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt, 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Ariel | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Atom | Colt |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
