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Ariel Atom 2005

General information

ModelAriel Atom
Year2005
CategorySmall city/economy cars
Rating71 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1589 ccm (96.96 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 5-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear
Displacement1589 ccm (96.96 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power111.00 PS (82 kW or 109 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min.
Max torque149 Nm (15.2 kgf-m or 109.9 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder4
Fuel controlDouble overhead cam (DOHC)
GearboxManual, 5-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.2413 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space4210 litres (1,112 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesVentilated disks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight460 kg (1,014.1 pounds)
Overall length3420 mm (134.6 inches)
Overall width1800 mm (70.9 inches)
Overall height1200 mm (47.2 inches)
Wheelbase2350 mm (92.5 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUK
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