2005 Honda Civic vs. 1976 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 29 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 184 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 1976 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 1976 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2005 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Silvia. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1976 Nissan Silvia has manual transmission. 1976 Nissan Silvia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1976 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Civic | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
