1974 Honda Z vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1977 Nissan Violet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Honda Z. (24 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Nissan Violet weights approximately 365 kg more than 1974 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Honda Z, 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, 1977 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Z. (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda Z | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Z | Violet |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
