1959 Abarth Renault vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1983 Nissan Silvia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 309 kg more than 1959 Abarth Renault. 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:
| 1959 Abarth Renault | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | Renault | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 133 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 | 891 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
