2009 Kia Spectra vs. 1995 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2009 Kia Spectra is newer by 14 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 139 more horse power than 2009 Kia Spectra. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Spectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Spectra weights approximately 265 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, 2009 Kia Spectra, 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 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Spectra. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Spectra | 1995 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Kia | Venturi |
| Model | Spectra | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1515 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
