1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1970 Fiat 124
To start off, 1976 Datsun Violet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 124 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 124 (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 124 should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 124 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1976 Datsun 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, 1970 Fiat 124 (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1970 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Datsun | Fiat |
| Model | Violet | 124 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
