1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo vs. 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (187 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Because 1996 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 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo, 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 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo. (223 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alfa Romeo Dardo | 1996 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Dardo | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
