2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 32 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, 1975 Nissan Silvia (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Idea weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
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, 2007 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, 2007 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Idea | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Idea | Silvia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |