1977 Nissan Violet vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1977 Nissan Violet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Nissan | Simca |
| Model | Violet | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
