2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ariel | Rover |
| Model | Atom | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
