1986 Nissan Silvia vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 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 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2013 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mini Cooper, 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, 1986 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Silvia | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Nissan | Mini |
| Model | Silvia | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1809 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3723 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2467 mm |
