1986 Nissan Silvia vs. 1963 Rover 2000
To start off, 1986 Nissan Silvia is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover 2000 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1963 Rover 2000. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1963 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover 2000 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1986 Nissan Silvia.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Rover 2000. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Silvia | 1963 Rover 2000 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Silvia | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
