1986 Nissan Silvia vs. 1996 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1986 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 1986 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Silvia | 1996 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Nissan | Seat |
| Model | Silvia | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
