1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. (306 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Abarth | Venturi |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
