1983 Nissan Silvia vs. 1992 Rover Mini
To start off, 1992 Rover Mini is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1992 Rover Mini. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 320 kg more than 1992 Rover Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Rover Mini, 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, 1983 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover Mini. (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Silvia | 1992 Rover Mini | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Silvia | Mini |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
