1971 Ford 17 vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford 17 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Because 1971 Ford 17 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 1971 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1971 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford 17 | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | 17 | Micra |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 46 L |
