2001 Ariel Atom vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2001 Ariel Atom and 2001 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 932 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.
Because 2001 Skoda Octavia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ariel Atom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia will offer significantly more control. 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 Skoda Octavia (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ariel Atom | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Ariel | Skoda |
Model | Atom | Octavia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2520 mm |