2001 Ariel Atom vs. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 1130 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ariel Atom | 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Ariel | Chevrolet |
| Model | Atom | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2570 mm |
