2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ariel | Rover |
| Model | Atom | 200 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
