1972 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2000 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 124. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 324 kg more than 1972 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 124. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 124 | 2000 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Fiat | Venturi |
| Model | 124 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
