2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 740 kg more than 1976 Nissan Violet. 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Spyder | Violet |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 1428 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2460 mm |
