2003 Ariel Atom vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ariel Atom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ariel Atom would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ariel Atom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 791 kg more than 2003 Ariel Atom.
Because 2003 Ariel Atom is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Venga, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ariel Atom (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ariel Atom | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Ariel | Kia |
| Model | Atom | Venga |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 462 kg | 1253 kg |
