2003 Fiat Idea vs. 1987 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Idea.
Because 1987 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 1987 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea, 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Silvia. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Idea | 1987 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
