2000 Honda Insight vs. 1980 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2000 Honda Insight is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 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 1980 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Insight, 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, 1980 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Insight. (123 Nm). This means 1980 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Insight. 2000 Honda Insight has automatic transmission and 1980 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1980 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Insight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Insight | 1980 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Insight | Silvia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 994 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Type | electric | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 147 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |