2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Violet (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1973 Nissan Violet (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 MCC ForTwo | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
Make | MCC | Nissan |
Model | ForTwo | Violet |
Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 597 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2460 mm |