1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 37 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 662 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, 2010 Kia Magentis, 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, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Violet | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Nissan | Kia |
| Model | Violet | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1427 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
