1967 Holden HR vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Holden HR (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Holden HR should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Holden HR weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Holden HR 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 Holden HR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (186 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Micra has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Micra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Holden HR | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | HR | Micra |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3048 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
