1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2006 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Micra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1959 Fiat 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2006 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1800 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1047 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 46 L |
