1997 Venturi Atlantique vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 221 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 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 1997 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza, 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 Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Venturi Atlantique | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Venturi | Seat |
| Model | Atlantique | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
