1979 Nissan Silvia vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Silvia (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Corsa weights approximately 593 kg more than 1979 Nissan Silvia.
Because 1979 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 1979 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Corsa, 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, 1979 Nissan Silvia (152 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Silvia | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Nissan | Opel |
Model | Silvia | Corsa |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |