1979 Nissan Violet vs. 2012 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2012 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 33 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Brilliance BS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (152 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Brilliance BS6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Brilliance BS6 weights approximately 570 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.
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, 2012 Brilliance BS6, 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, 2012 Brilliance BS6 (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Brilliance BS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Nissan Violet | 2012 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Nissan | Brilliance |
| Model | Violet | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
