1961 Innocenti 950 vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1977 Nissan Violet is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Innocenti 950. (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1961 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Violet weights approximately 245 kg more than 1961 Innocenti 950. 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, 1977 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Innocenti 950. (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Innocenti 950.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Innocenti 950 | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | 950 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
