2004 Ariel Atom vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2004 Ariel Atom is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 774 kg more than 2004 Ariel Atom.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ariel Atom. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ariel Atom.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ariel Atom | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Ariel | Citroen |
Model | Atom | Xantia |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 1234 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |