1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1974 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1976 Datsun Violet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1976 Datsun Violet. (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1976 Datsun Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 155 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, 1974 Lotus Eclat (190 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Datsun Violet. (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Datsun Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1974 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Datsun | Lotus |
| Model | Violet | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 67 L |
