2001 Ariel Atom vs. 1993 Porsche 993
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 993 weights approximately 960 kg more than 2001 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ariel Atom | 1993 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Ariel | Porsche |
Model | Atom | 993 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2280 mm |