1967 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Micra. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 735 kg more than 1989 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Micra. (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Fiat Dino | 1989 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Fiat | Nissan |
Model | Dino | Micra |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2418 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2310 mm |