1973 Nissan Violet vs. 2012 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2012 Lotus Elise is newer by 39 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Elise (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 34 kg more than 2012 Lotus Elise.
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, 2012 Lotus Elise (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Nissan Violet | 2012 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Nissan | Lotus |
Model | Violet | Elise |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3785 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1118 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2299 mm |