1958 Fiat 1200 vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (97 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1200. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 85 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1200. 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1200. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1200 | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1200 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
