2011 Nissan Versa vs. 1975 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 36 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Versa weights approximately 261 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 1975 Nissan 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 1975 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Versa, 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, 2011 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Nissan Versa | 1975 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Versa | Silvia |
Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4295 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1694 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2350 mm |