1983 Nissan Silvia vs. 2011 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2011 Seat Ibiza is newer by 28 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 59 kg more than 1983 Nissan Silvia. 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, 2011 Seat Ibiza, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Nissan Silvia | 2011 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Silvia | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
