1975 Nissan Violet vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Noble M12 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1975 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 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Violet | 2003 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Noble |
| Model | Violet | M12 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
