1992 Lancia Thema vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1995 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1992 Lancia Thema. (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1992 Lancia Thema. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 130 kg more than 1995 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1995 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 1995 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema, 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, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Lancia Thema. (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Thema | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Lancia | Venturi |
| Model | Thema | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2510 mm |
