2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 11 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 95 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 445 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Lancia Thesis | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Lancia | Venturi |
Model | Thesis | Atlantique |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |