1997 MCC Smart vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, both 1997 MCC Smart and 1997 Venturi Atlantique were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP) has 254 more horse power than 1997 MCC Smart. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1997 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 MCC Smart. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 MCC Smart | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | MCC | Venturi |
| Model | Smart | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 307 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
