1973 Fiat 128 vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1982 Nissan Silvia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Silvia (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 190 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 128 | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
