1999 Ford Ka vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Venturi Atlantique 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 247 more horse power than 1999 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Ka, 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Ka | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Ford | Venturi |
| Model | Ka | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
