2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Ariel Atom
To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2004 Ariel Atom were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 Ariel Atom. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Ariel Atom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 1034 kg more than 2004 Ariel Atom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Ariel Atom. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider, 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Ariel Atom | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ariel |
Model | Spider | Atom |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 237 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |