1978 Nissan Silvia vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai i10. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1978 Nissan Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i10, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Hyundai i10 (153 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Nissan Silvia. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Nissan Silvia | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Nissan | Hyundai |
Model | Silvia | i10 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1120 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |