2001 Audi A6 vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia

To start off, 2001 Audi A6 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 805 kg more than 1976 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Silvia.

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2001 Audi A6 1976 Nissan Silvia
Make Audi Nissan
Model A6 Silvia
Year Released 2001 1976
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4170 cc 1770 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 296 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 147 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1795 kg 990 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4140 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2350 mm