1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1976 Honda Civic
To start off, both 1976 Datsun Violet and 1976 Honda Civic were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Datsun Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Datsun Violet (62 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Datsun Violet should accelerate faster than 1976 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Datsun Violet weights approximately 225 kg more than 1976 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Datsun 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 1976 Datsun Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Honda Civic, 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, 1976 Datsun Violet (99 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Datsun Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Datsun Violet | 1976 Honda Civic | |
Make | Datsun | Honda |
Model | Violet | Civic |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1169 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |