1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1964 Steyr 500
To start off, 1973 Nissan Violet is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Steyr 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Steyr 500 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 52 more horse power than 1964 Steyr 500. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1964 Steyr 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 480 kg more than 1964 Steyr 500. 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Steyr 500. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Steyr 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 1964 Steyr 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Steyr |
| Model | Violet | 500 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 489 cc |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 1850 mm |
