1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1973 Nissan Violet is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Violet (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 328 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. 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, 1973 Nissan Violet (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Violet | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2280 mm |
