1996 Venturi Atlantique vs. 1995 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Fusca 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 225 more horse power than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 430 kg more than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Venturi Atlantique | 1995 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Venturi | Volkswagen |
Model | Atlantique | Fusca |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |