2009 Audi A4 vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 34 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1975 Nissan Silvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
