1998 Hyundai Atos vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Atos is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Venturi Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Venturi Coupe would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 488 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Atos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Venturi Coupe 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 1991 Venturi Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Atos, 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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Atos. (184 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Atos | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Hyundai | Venturi |
| Model | Atos | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 797 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
