1979 Nissan Violet vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, both 1979 Nissan Violet and 1979 Simca 1100 were released in the same year (1979). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Violet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1979 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Because 1979 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 1979 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Simca 1100, 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, 1979 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Violet | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Nissan | Simca |
Model | Violet | 1100 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 944 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |