1979 Nissan Violet vs. 2005 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2005 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Violet | 2005 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ascari |
| Model | Violet | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2636 mm |
