2012 Fiat 500 vs. 1982 Nissan Silvia
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Nissan Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Nissan Silvia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1982 Nissan Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
Because 1982 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 1982 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500, 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, 2012 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Nissan Silvia. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Nissan Silvia. 1982 Nissan Silvia has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Nissan Silvia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Fiat 500 | 1982 Nissan Silvia | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | 500 | Silvia |
Year Released | 2012 | 1982 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |