1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1988 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1988 Nissan Micra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1988 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1961 Fiat 1300 (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1988 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 1300 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2310 mm |
