1973 Nissan Violet vs. 1998 Kia Joice
To start off, 1998 Kia Joice is newer by 25 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Kia Joice (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Kia Joice weights approximately 425 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. 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, 1998 Kia Joice, 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, 1998 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Violet | 1998 Kia Joice | |
Make | Nissan | Kia |
Model | Violet | Joice |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |