2003 Ariel Atom vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 793 kg more than 2003 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ariel Atom | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Ariel | Toyota |
Model | Atom | Soarer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |