2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 28 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (107 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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, 2003 Hyundai Accent, 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 Hyundai Accent (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia. 1975 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2003 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2003 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Hyundai Accent | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Accent | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2350 mm |
