2001 Ariel Atom vs. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic

To start off, both 2001 Ariel Atom and 2001 Fiat Ecobasic were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. (60 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Ecobasic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic weights approximately 296 kg more than 2001 Ariel Atom.

Because 2001 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 2001 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Ecobasic, 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, 2001 Fiat Ecobasic (163 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Ecobasic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic has automatic transmission and 2001 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2001 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Fiat Ecobasic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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