2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 840 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.
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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Ariel | Mazda |
| Model | Atom | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2615 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
