1971 Audi 100 vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,760 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Audi 100 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
