1976 Datsun Violet vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 1976 Datsun Violet and 1976 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 80 kg more than 1976 Datsun Violet.
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. 1976 Toyota Celica has automatic transmission and 1976 Datsun Violet has manual transmission. 1976 Datsun Violet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Toyota Celica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Datsun Violet | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Datsun | Toyota |
| Model | Violet | Celica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 0 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
