2008 Fiat Bravo vs. 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Bravo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 175 kg more than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1995 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 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Bravo, 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 Fiat Bravo (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat Bravo | 1995 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Bravo | 200 SX Silvia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |