1977 Nissan Violet vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 35 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 1,685 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (113 HP @ 400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1977 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 698 kg more than 1977 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40, 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Nissan Violet | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
| Model | Violet | i40 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 400 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |
