2003 Ariel Atom vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2003 Ariel Atom is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2003 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 2003 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 988 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Ariel | Citroen |
| Model | Atom | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3000 mm |
