1974 Nissan Violet vs. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Beretta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1974 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta should accelerate faster than 1974 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Beretta weights approximately 347 kg more than 1974 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta, 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, 1990 Chevrolet Beretta (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Beretta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Nissan Violet | 1990 Chevrolet Beretta | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Violet | Beretta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1287 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2740 mm |
