2009 Fiat Bravo vs. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2009 Fiat Bravo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 96 kg more than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1999 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 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Bravo. (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Bravo | 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Bravo | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 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 | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1356 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 |
