2002 Suzuki Twin vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Twin is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Silvia (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (42 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Twin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 390 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Twin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Twin, 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, 1975 Nissan Silvia (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Twin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Twin | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Suzuki | Nissan |
| Model | Twin | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 657 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2740 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2350 mm |
