1983 Nissan Silvia vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 27 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Ford Bantam. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Bantam. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 216 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam. 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, 2010 Ford Bantam, 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 (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Bantam. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Nissan Silvia | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | Silvia | Bantam |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |