1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 2011 Fiat 500
To start off, 2011 Fiat 500 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 320 kg more than 2011 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Nissan 200 SX 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 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat 500, 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, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat 500. 2011 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia has manual transmission. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 2011 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Nissan | Fiat |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 500 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |