2003 Acura NSX vs. 2002 Ariel Atom
To start off, 2003 Acura NSX is newer by 1 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 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2002 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2002 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura NSX weights approximately 970 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, 2003 Acura NSX (285 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ariel Atom. 2003 Acura NSX has automatic transmission and 2002 Ariel Atom has manual transmission. 2002 Ariel Atom will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Acura NSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura NSX | 2002 Ariel Atom | |
| Make | Acura | Ariel |
| Model | NSX | Atom |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2350 mm |
