1998 Venturi Atlantique vs. 1976 Zastava 132
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Zastava 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Zastava 132 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1976 Zastava 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1976 Zastava 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Zastava 132. 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Zastava 132. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Zastava 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Venturi Atlantique | 1976 Zastava 132 | |
| Make | Venturi | Zastava |
| Model | Atlantique | 132 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
