1971 Audi 100 vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 38 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 1,871 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Audi 100 (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Audi 100 weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | 100 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2440 mm |
