1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 118 kg more than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Because 1958 Fiat 1400 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 1958 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra, 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, 2005 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1400 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 46 L |
