2008 Fiat Sedici vs. 1985 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2008 Fiat Sedici is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,809 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Nissan Silvia (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Nissan Silvia.
Because 2008 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Nissan Silvia (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Sedici. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Sedici.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Sedici | 1985 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Sedici | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
