2007 Infiniti FX vs. 1977 Nissan Violet
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet.
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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1977 Nissan Violet has manual transmission. 1977 Nissan Violet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti FX | 1977 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | FX | Violet |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
