1975 Nissan Violet vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 37 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat 500 weights approximately 164 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, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Violet | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Violet | 500 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2301 mm |
