1955 Abarth Renault vs. 1979 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1979 Nissan Silvia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1979 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1955 Abarth Renault.
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:
| 1955 Abarth Renault | 1979 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | Renault | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |
