1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2001 Toyota Altezza
To start off, 2001 Toyota Altezza is newer by 28 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Altezza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Altezza (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Altezza weights approximately 560 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 2001 Toyota Altezza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Altezza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Toyota Altezza (299 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Altezza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2001 Toyota Altezza | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Violet | Altezza |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2550 mm |
