1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1996 Ford Aspire
To start off, 1996 Ford Aspire is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,427 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Ford Aspire. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Aspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Ford Aspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Aspire, 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, 1973 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Aspire. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Aspire.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Violet | 1996 Ford Aspire | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Violet | Aspire |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |