1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1968 TVR Vixen
To start off, 1973 Nissan Violet is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 TVR Vixen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 TVR Vixen would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 TVR Vixen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 TVR Vixen (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 TVR Vixen should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 96 kg more than 1968 TVR Vixen.
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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 TVR Vixen. (126 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 TVR Vixen.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Violet | 1968 TVR Vixen | |
Make | Nissan | TVR |
Model | Violet | Vixen |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |