1980 Lancia Delta vs. 1975 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1980 Lancia Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 160 kg more than 1975 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta, 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, 1980 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Delta | 1975 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Delta | Violet |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
