2001 Ariel Atom vs. 2000 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2001 Ariel Atom is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz AIV weights approximately 720 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, 2000 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ariel Atom | 2000 Panoz AIV | |
Make | Ariel | Panoz |
Model | Atom | AIV |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2660 mm |