2001 Ariel Atom vs. 2003 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser is newer by 2 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Laser weights approximately 655 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, 2003 Ford Laser, 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 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser. 2003 Ford Laser 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. 2003 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ariel Atom | 2003 Ford Laser | |
Make | Ariel | Ford |
Model | Atom | Laser |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |