1981 Nissan Silvia vs. 2011 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2011 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 726 kg more than 1981 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Ulysse, 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, 2011 Fiat Ulysse (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Silvia | 2011 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Nissan | Fiat |
| Model | Silvia | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
