1975 Nissan Violet vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 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 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 70 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.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Panda, 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 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Violet | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Violet | Panda |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
