2008 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (170 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2008 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 240 kg more than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1990 Nissan 200 SX 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 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT, 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo GT (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Alfa Romeo GT | 1990 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | GT | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1809 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 306 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2480 mm |