1996 Venturi 400 vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i20. (77 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi 400 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Venturi 400 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 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20, 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 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi 400 | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Venturi | Hyundai |
Model | 400 | i20 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 286 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2525 mm |