1953 Fiat 500 vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1985 Nissan Silvia is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 583 kg more than 1953 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 500 | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
