2004 Fiat Punto vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2004 Fiat Punto is newer by 29 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 (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 35 kg more than 2004 Fiat Punto. 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, 2004 Fiat Punto, 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 (152 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Punto. (145 Nm). This means 1975 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Punto | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Punto | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
