2002 Ariel Atom vs. 1995 Lamborghini Cala
To start off, 2002 Ariel Atom is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini Cala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini Cala would be higher. At 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lamborghini Cala weights approximately 830 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, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 1995 Lamborghini Cala | |
| Make | Ariel | Lamborghini |
| Model | Atom | Cala |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
