1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2003 Tata E
To start off, 2003 Tata E is newer by 30 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Tata E weights approximately 434 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.
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, 2003 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2003 Tata E | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Violet | E |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |
