1958 Fiat 1900 vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1976 Nissan Silvia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1976 Nissan Silvia.
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:
| 1958 Fiat 1900 | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1900 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
