1971 Honda 1300 vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1974 Nissan Violet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Violet weights approximately 45 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300.
Because 1974 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 1974 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Honda 1300, 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, 1974 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda 1300 | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | 1300 | Violet |
Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1428 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2460 mm |