2002 Ariel Atom vs. 2006 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2006 Mazda Drifter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2006 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Drifter (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Mazda Drifter (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ariel Atom | 2006 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Ariel | Mazda |
| Model | Atom | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3010 mm |
