1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1974 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1983 Fiat 127 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Nissan Violet weights approximately 230 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127, 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, 1974 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1974 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 127 | Violet |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2460 mm |
