1969 Toyota Corona vs. 2010 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2010 Nissan Micra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,831 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Micra weights approximately 447 kg more than 1969 Toyota Corona.
Because 1969 Toyota Corona 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 1969 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Toyota Corona | 2010 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Toyota | Nissan |
Model | Corona | Micra |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1831 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 46 L |