1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1989 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1989 Nissan Micra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,235 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Micra (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Nissan Micra (96 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
