1976 Nissan Violet vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (143 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1976 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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, 1996 Rover 200 (174 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Violet | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Violet | 200 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
