2002 Lancia Lybra vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2002 Lancia Lybra is newer by 7 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 175 more horse power than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2002 Lancia Lybra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1995 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 1995 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Lybra, 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, 1995 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lancia Lybra | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Lancia | Venturi |
| Model | Lybra | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2510 mm |
