2007 Fiat Idea vs. 1984 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Idea is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,808 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Idea. (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Fiat Idea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 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, 1984 Nissan Silvia (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Idea. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Idea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Idea | 1984 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Idea | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1808 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
