1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1976 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1976 Toyota Publica. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1976 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 576 kg more than 1976 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1976 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | 200 SX Silvia | Publica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2170 mm |
