2005 Ariel Atom vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2005 Ariel Atom is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ariel Atom (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ariel Atom should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota GT1 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Ariel Atom.
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, 2005 Ariel Atom (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ariel Atom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ariel Atom | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Ariel | Toyota |
| Model | Atom | GT1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2810 mm |
