1966 Moretti Panoramica vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1977 Nissan Violet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Violet weights approximately 95 kg more than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. 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 (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Moretti Panoramica | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Moretti | Nissan |
| Model | Panoramica | Violet |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 748 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2410 mm |
