2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1992 Skoda L
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Skoda L would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Skoda L. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Skoda L weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 Ariel Atom.
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 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda L. (90 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2002 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1992 Skoda L | |
| Make | Ariel | Skoda |
| Model | Atom | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
