1969 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1973 Nissan Violet is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 590 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. 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, 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm). This means 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Nissan |
| Model | Mangusta | Violet |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
