1999 MCC Smart vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 MCC Smart is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1999 MCC Smart. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1999 MCC Smart. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 MCC Smart. 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, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 MCC Smart. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 MCC Smart. 1999 MCC Smart has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi Atlantique has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi Atlantique will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 MCC Smart will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 MCC Smart | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | MCC | Venturi |
| Model | Smart | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2510 mm |
