1985 Fiat Uno vs. 1983 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 2 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, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
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, 1985 Fiat Uno, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno. 1983 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 1985 Fiat Uno has manual transmission. 1985 Fiat Uno will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Uno | 1983 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Uno | Silvia |
Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2410 mm |