2003 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1996 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 1996 Venturi Atlantique. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV, 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV. (181 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Venturi |
| Model | GTV | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
