1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1978 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1978 Nissan Violet is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1978 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1978 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 234 kg more than 1978 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Nissan Violet 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 1978 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1963 Lancia Flavia (146 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 1978 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Flavia | Violet |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2410 mm |
