1983 Ferrari 126 vs. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ferrari 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ferrari 126 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 126 (594 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 126 should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 680 kg more than 1983 Ferrari 126.
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:
| 1983 Ferrari 126 | 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 126 | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 594 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
