1970 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,416 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Dino weights approximately 351 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1970 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Dino | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Fiat | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | Micra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2416 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |
