1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1987 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1987 Nissan Micra is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Micra (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Micra weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Nissan Micra (73 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 1987 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | 500 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2310 mm |
