2005 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2005 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 30 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 749 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 852 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lotec C 1000 | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Lotec | Nissan |
| Model | C 1000 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
