1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino 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 Suzuki Cappuccino. (63 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. 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 Suzuki Cappuccino, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 1996 Suzuki Cappuccino | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Violet | Cappuccino |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2060 mm |
