1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1991 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1991 Nissan Micra is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 850 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1991 Nissan Micra.
Because 1967 Fiat 850 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 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 1991 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 850 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
