1973 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1973 Honda Civic. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 505 kg more than 1973 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi Atlantique 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 1996 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda Civic. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda Civic | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Honda | Venturi |
| Model | Civic | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 745 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
