2001 Daewoo Lanos vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 28 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, 2001 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Lanos, 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, 1973 Nissan Violet (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Lanos. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Lanos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daewoo Lanos | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Daewoo | Nissan |
| Model | Lanos | Violet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
