1997 Venturi 400 vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (120 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi 400 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1997 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Venturi 400 | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Venturi | Ford |
| Model | 400 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4067 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1697 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2489 mm |
