2000 Ariel Atom vs. 2011 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 11 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 890 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2011 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ariel Atom. (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ariel Atom | 2011 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Ariel | Mazda |
| Model | Atom | Premacy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
