2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1984 Lotus Etna
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lotus Etna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lotus Etna would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lotus Etna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lotus Etna (331 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lotus Etna should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom.
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, 1984 Lotus Etna (408 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Lotus Etna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 1984 Lotus Etna | |
| Make | Ariel | Lotus |
| Model | Atom | Etna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |
